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Smart Shooter Wins $150M Contract for Counter-Drone Systems

September 30, 2026

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Key Takeaways

Smart Shooter secures $150m contract for SMASH 2000LE systems.
Contract awarded by US Department of War's Joint Interagency Task Force 401.
SMASH systems provide precision counter-drone capability.
Contract supports Domestic Shield Program.

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Strategic Implications

This award may indicate the US government's growing concern about unmanned aerial threats. The contract suggests a significant investment in counter-drone technologies, which could benefit Smart Shooter's position in the US defense market and may set a precedent for future procurement decisions.

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What Happened

US Department Of War Awards Single-Award IDIQ Contract For SMASH Systems

Smart Shooter has been awarded a $150 million contract by the US Department of War’s Joint Interagency Task Force 401 for its SMASH 2000LE counter-drone systems. The contract establishes a procurement framework for the company’s SMASH family of rifle-mounted fire control systems, supporting the task force’s Domestic Shield Program. This program aims to protect US forces, bases, and critical infrastructure from small unmanned aircraft systems. The award was announced on September 29, as reported by The Jerusalem Post.

Source | Originally Published: September 29, 2026

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